WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, the D.C. Council will vote on “red flag” gun legislation that gives residents and police more tools to reduce access to firearms by those who are a risk to themselves or others. They will also vote on legislation that would lead to public restroom facilities and incentives for businesses that make restrooms available to the public. The bills, written and introduced by Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, will reduce gun violence and provide dignified facilities for residents experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations. Tomorrow, both will receive their first of two required votes to

The Council has until the end of the year to pass any remaining bills before newly reelected members are sworn in and the new Council period begins in 2019. This means a flurry of activity as we wrap up.

WASHINGTON – Today, Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau called on Mayor Bowser to restore funding cuts to housing counseling providers, a critical resource for residents seeking affordable housing. The letter suggests a possible source of funding: a surplus in dedicated tax revenue to the Housing Production Trust Fund.

WASHINGTON – Today, Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau was joined by all members of the D.C. Council calling on Immigrations and Customs Enforcement to cease racially profiling people in the District of Columbia and return detained Washingtonians.

This Sunday, August 12, a group of white supremacists are planning a protest in downtown Washington at Lafayette Square near the White House. Details about street closures, which are concentrated around the White House and in Foggy Bottom, are here.